Abstract
The origin, production, properties and application of tamarind seed xyloglucan (TSX) are described. TSX has been used as a thickener and stabilizer, gelling agent, ice-crystal stabilizer, starch modifier in food and related industries. Interaction of TSX with sugars, polyols, polyphenols, and other polysaccharides has been described because it is important both for scientific and industrial applications.
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | Handbook of Hydrocolloids: Second Edition |
Publisher | Elsevier Inc. |
Pages | 535-566 |
Number of pages | 32 |
ISBN (Print) | 9781845695873, 9781845694142 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 2009 May 28 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Synergistic interaction
- Tamarind seed
- Xyloglucan
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Engineering(all)
- Agricultural and Biological Sciences(all)